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Dr Cibelli said this position would require 30 hrs/week.

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From: Cibelli, Jose <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 10:24 AM
To: Schneider, Jim <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Position in our laboratory as Zebrafish husbandry manager

We are looking for someone to oversee our zebrafish colony in Anthony Hall.

We have approximately 1400 zebrafish funded through an NIH R24 mechanism.

The position is listed in the HR under the number 1016840
https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/professional-aide-east-lansing-michigan-united-states-d541f5bc-63ef-4e4e-ae15-4d865aae7fc7

Briefly, the task include:
Daily tasks include feeding fish, monitoring their health, cleaning and disinfecting fish tanks, controlling water quality, and maintaining records.
On required days, set up pairs for breeding. Perform egg and sperm collections and in vitro fertilization—food preparation, including live shrimp and paramecia. Prepare and resupply buffer and salt solutions for fish systems.
Supervise and train new student employees in zebrafish maintenance, including feeding, tank cleaning, and animal breeding.
Maintain fish room stocks and supplies and notify the supervisor when new ones are required.

Please pass along this information to those who may be interested.

Cheers,

Jose-


Jose B Cibelli, DVM-PhD
Professor
Department of Animal Science – College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Large Animal Clinical Sciences – College of Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University
517 432 9206